Gluten-Free Chai-Spiced Pound Cake Recipe

Introduction

This gluten-free chai-spiced pound cake is a warmly spiced treat perfect for cozy afternoons or special gatherings. Rich with butter and balanced by a blend of aromatic spices, it offers moist texture and comforting flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• 16 tablespoons (227g) unsalted butter, at room temperature, at least 65°F
• 1 cup (213g) light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup (85g) honey
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon table salt
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons ginger
• 2 teaspoons cardamom
• 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups (240g) King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour
• 1 cup (227g) sour cream or yogurt, full-fat preferred, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons King Arthur Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat together the butter, brown sugar, and honey until smooth and somewhat lightened in color; this will take about 2 minutes at medium speed of an electric hand or stand mixer.
3. Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, beating for a minute or two and scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl between additions.
4. Step 4: Stir in the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all the spices.
5. Step 5: Measure the flour by gently spooning it into a cup, then sweeping off any excess. Gently but thoroughly stir half the flour into the butter and egg mixture. Add the sour cream (or yogurt) and vanilla, stirring to combine. Finally, stir in the remaining flour. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl and beat briefly to incorporate any sticky residue.
6. Step 6: Thoroughly grease a 9- or 10-cup Bundt pan. Scoop the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, until a cake tester, bamboo skewer, or long toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Step 7: Remove the cake from the oven and cool in the pan for 15 minutes before turning it out onto a rack to finish cooling. Cool completely before slicing.

Tips & Variations

• Use full-fat yogurt if sour cream is not available for a similar tang and moisture.
• For a nutty twist, sprinkle chopped toasted nuts on top before baking.
• If you prefer less spice, reduce the black pepper to 1/4 teaspoon or omit it entirely.
• Make sure all wet ingredients are at room temperature to ensure even mixing and a tender crumb.

Storage

Store leftover cake tightly wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for several days. For longer storage, freeze the cake wrapped well in plastic and foil for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. Reheat slices gently in the microwave if desired.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free?

Yes, you can substitute the gluten-free flour with an equal amount of all-purpose flour if gluten is not a concern. This may slightly change the texture but will work well in this recipe.

What is a good substitute for sour cream in this cake?

Full-fat yogurt works well as a substitute for sour cream and provides similar moisture and tang. You can also use buttermilk, though you may need to adjust the amount slightly to maintain the right batter consistency.

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This Gluten-Free Chai-Spiced Pound Cake is a moist and flavorful treat infused with warm chai spices like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and allspice. Made with gluten-free flour and sweetened with a combination of brown sugar and honey, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The addition of sour cream adds richness and tenderness to the crumb, making it an irresistible dessert or afternoon snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 16 tablespoons (227g) unsalted butter, at room temperature, at least 65°F
• 1 cup (213g) light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup (85g) honey
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup (227g) sour cream or yogurt, full-fat preferred, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons King Arthur Pure Vanilla Extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon table salt
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons ginger
• 2 teaspoons cardamom
• 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups (240g) King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature by the time the batter is ready.
2. Cream Butter and Sweeteners: In a large bowl, beat together the room temperature unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and honey until smooth and slightly lightened in color. This should take about 2 minutes using an electric hand or stand mixer at medium speed.
3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating each for about 1-2 minutes and scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl between additions to ensure even mixing.
4. Add Dry Ingredients and Spices: Stir in the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all the chai spices — cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, allspice, and black pepper — until well combined.
5. Combine Flour and Sour Cream: Gently spoon the gluten-free flour into a measuring cup, sweep off excess, and stir half the flour into the wet mixture. Then add the sour cream (or yogurt) and vanilla extract, stirring until combined. Finally, add the remaining flour. Scrape the bowl to incorporate any sticky bits and beat briefly to blend.
6. Prepare Pan: Thoroughly grease a 9- or 10-cup Bundt pan to prevent sticking.
7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 50 to 55 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a cake tester, bamboo skewer, or long toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
8. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
9. Store: Wrap any leftover cake tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for several days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

• Make sure all refrigerated ingredients like eggs, butter, and sour cream are at room temperature for optimal mixing and cake texture.
• Using gluten-free flour labeled ‘Measure for Measure’ helps the batter achieve the right consistency similar to traditional flour.
• If you don’t have sour cream, full-fat yogurt is a good substitute to maintain moisture.
• Spices can be adjusted to your preference if you want a milder or stronger chai flavor.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and to enhance texture.
• This cake keeps well at room temperature if well wrapped and can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

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